Dean Foods Names Jim L. Turner as Chairman

Dean Foods Company

today named Jim L. Turner as the Company's non-executive Chairman of the Board. Mr. Turner joined the Board in November 1997. "I am delighted to be named the Chairman at an exciting time for the Company," said Mr. Turner. "Dean Foods is a highly respected company built on a foundation of delivering wholesome, great-tasting, quality products. I look forward to working with Gregg Tanner and his superb leadership team." "Jim's a proven leader with extensive beverage industry experience; he has long been a valuable voice on our Board and is an ideal Chairman to lead us forward," said Gregg A. Tanner, CEO, Dean Foods Company. "I am more optimistic than ever about the future of Dean Foods, and I look forward to working closely with Jim to continue to drive shareholder value." Mr. Turner is the Principal of JLT Beverages L.P. and the owner and CEO of JLT Automotive Inc. He served as President and CEO of Dr. Pepper/Seven Up Bottling Group, Inc. from its formation in 1999 through June 2005 when he sold his interest in that company. Prior to that, Mr. Turner was the owner and CEO/Chairman of